Area Manager - Water Treatment Chemicals

Suez Water Technologies & Solutions; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia Group, through its Water Technology Business, seeks a Sales Area Manager to deliver the area sales and margin plan. You will hire, coach, develop and lead a technical sales and service team, driving value for customers and fostering long-term retention and growth.

You will craft and execute sales plans to expand the business base and win competitively held accounts. The successful candidate will be located within a reasonable distance to Wichita or Garden City, Kansas, and will travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, industrial engineering or related field.
• At least 6 years of technical sales experience in water processes and chemical treatment.
• Willingness to travel 50–60% and reside near customers.

Responsibilities

• Manage territory growth by acquiring new accounts and nurturing existing relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop campaigns, pricing, and profitability.
• Conduct customer training, plant visits, product demonstrations, and needs analysis.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts and uphold EH&S culture.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Leadership of teams

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or related

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

As the Sales Area Manager you will have overall responsibility for delivering the Area sales and margin plan. In this role, you will hire, coach, develop and lead a technical sales and service team. You will lead your team to deliver documented value for our customers that yields long‑term customer retention and growth. You will lead your team in developing and executing sales plans to grow the business base and gain competitively held business.

**The successful candidate will be located within a reasonable distance to Wichita or Garden City, Kansas.**

Key Responsibilities

• Manage territory growth by acquiring new accounts, nurturing existing customer relationships, and providing coaching/mentorship to field sales teams to maximize customer acquisition and retention.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Growth/Corporate Accounts, Commercial Operations, Technical Marketing, Product Management) to develop sales campaigns, enhance selling techniques, ensure proper pricing/contract management, and drive profitability.
• Conduct customer training, plant visits, product demonstrations, and analysis to understand customer needs, present tailored solutions, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts, lead a strong EH&S culture, and coordinate cross‑functional relationships to support overall sales and service excellence.

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or closely related discipline
• Minimum of 6+ years of technical sales experience in water processes and chemical treatment

Eligibility Requirements

• Willingness and ability to travel extensively within the assigned territory as required (about 50‑60%), reside in proximity to customers when necessary, and submit to a driving record check as the position involves operating a company vehicle.
• Work frequently in a heavy industrial environment requiring use of Personal Safety Equipment and exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and other similar irritants typical of those found in refinery, chemical plants, power plants, etc., as required.
• Ability and willingness to comply with stringent drug testing and background check requirements set by customer safety requirements.
• Basic Computer Skills including MS Office, and other software programs within a Windows environment.

Other Useful Skills and Abilities

• Proven experience in managing and providing strong, inclusive leadership to technical teams, sales teams, or field service teams to drive commercial results.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time and budgets/expenses effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, along with strong interpersonal abilities to deliver feedback, recognize achievements, and achieve desired impact.
• Demonstrated skills in rewarding/recognizing individual and team accomplishments.

Additional Information

We are proud of our diverse and inclusive team, and are committed to continuing to foster a work environment that celebrates and values diversity. We believe that the diverse perspectives and experiences brought by our team members contribute to our success and drive innovation. Come be part of something special – start your journey today!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.